Jeff Kolkey writes about issues, trends and public safety in Rockford and Winnebago County.

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By Jeff Kolkey

Jeff Kolkey writes about issues and trends in Rockford and Winnebago County. He also covers major breaking crime and fire news, notable criminal trials and the trends beyond the headlines that shape the region. A graduate of Northern Illinois University, Kolkey lives in Rockford with his family. He has covered education, the city of Rockford and other beats for the Rockford Register Star since October 2005.